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Radiologists Group Addresses Physician Shortage With New Training
More doctors need a specialty certification in reading radiographs, so the American College of Radiology has created a course to fill the expected gap as the current generation of certified B Readers retires.
How to Boost Employee Participation in Wellness Programs
A more heavy-handed approach to getting employees to take part in wellness programs can prove a frustrating turnoff. A more nuanced approach has a better chance of showing success, a new study finds.
Conference Circuit: Human Services
The American Public Human Services Association’s IT Solutions Management for Human Services Conference begins next week in Milwaukee. Attendance is expected to hit 1,500.
Four Ways That Ratings Changed Video Games Forever
A quarter century ago this week, the video game industry responded to a threat of federal regulation by launching a trade group and introducing its own voluntary MPAA-style ratings system for games. The solution worked. Here are the lessons you can take from the effort.
Does Your Association Need a Stop-Doing List?
Associations are always trying to do more for their members, but with limited time and money, sometimes the best way to move forward with new projects is to stop doing old ones. Most people talk about having a to-do list. However, if that list gets too full, it’s probably time to consider a stop-doing list. […]
Be Productive Anywhere: Tips for Getting Work Done During a Flight Delay
Airport and plane delays on the rise, which means that busy travelers may want to make the most of their time. Turns out that a little productivity might actually be possible.
Amid Epstein Scandal, Fundraising Group Puts Focus on Ethics in Philanthropy
With major universities facing criticism for taking donations from Jeffrey Epstein, the Association of Fundraising Professionals is urging organizations to ensure they have ethics policies in place to guide their fundraising activities.
Daily Buzz: Change Your Mindset to Embrace Digitalization
A digital transformation is about more than new technology. A successful shift includes a mindset change, too. Also: New members feel new longer than you might think.
How Wi-Fi’s Next Generation Could Help Keep Meetings Connected
While Wi-Fi 6, the next iteration of the widely used wireless protocol, could make things faster, its real benefit will come in the form of decreased device congestion—including at events.
Use a Rebranding to Announce Member Upgrades
Is it time for your association to rebrand? As an organization changes its look and feel, the timing might be right to announce new member benefits and services too.
